VU

Miconia bolivarensis

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Miconia bolivarensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted Venezuelan range. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited montane forest habitat. The species' narrow endemic distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in suitable growing conditions.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests in the Venezuelan Guiana Highlands, typically growing in humid, mist-shrouded environments at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It thrives in the nutrient-poor, acidic soils characteristic of tepui formations and requires the consistent moisture provided by orographic precipitation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia bolivarensis classified as Vulnerable?
Miconia bolivarensis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Miconia bolivarensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted Venezuelan range. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited montane forest habitat. The species' narrow endemic distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in suitable growing conditions.
Where does Miconia bolivarensis live?
Miconia bolivarensis occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Miconia bolivarensis?
The main threats to Miconia bolivarensis are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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